The Republican leadership in a battleground state is now encouraging voters to embrace mail-in voting, stating, “If you want to win, mail it in.” This shift comes after historical reliance on absentee ballots within the party’s playbook and a recognition of the impact mail-in voting had in recent elections. Despite initial hesitancy and mistrust, the party is now actively promoting mail-in voting as a strategic tool to increase voter turnout and secure victories in future elections. With a focus on reaching low-propensity voters and closing the voter registration gap with Democrats, the Republican Party in Pennsylvania is fully committed to utilizing mail-in voting as a key component of their electoral strategy moving forward.
He prefers redirecting campaign funds from television and mail advertisements, which may not sway voters, towards ground efforts to mobilize voters.
Candidates Supporting Mail-In Voting
The Pennsylvania Primary Election is set for April 23, with voters already casting their ballots. In-person absentee voting began on March 5 and continues until election day. The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is April 16, turning the election into an 18-day voting season.
This year, former President Trump has endorsed mail-in voting, but stronger advocacy is desired by Mr. Tabas.
Republican Dave McCormick is running unopposed in the primary and will challenge incumbent Democrat Sen. Bob Casey Jr. in the U.S. Senate race.
“Encouraging early voting is crucial to ensuring all Pennsylvanians’ voices are heard,” stated Mr. McCormick in an email to The Epoch Times.
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, a Republican, has been promoting mail-in voting, particularly in rural areas. She highlighted the benefit of early voting in case of unforeseen circumstances on election day.
“Democrats excel in early voting strategies, giving them a resource advantage,” Ms. Garrity noted.
She emphasized the cost-saving benefits for campaigns when voters cast their ballots early, allowing them to focus on engaging those who have not voted yet.
Ms. Garrity acknowledged the Democrats’ strategic advantage in data utilization for turnout analysis, urging Republicans to adapt to this new landscape.
“We need to start winning to see change,” emphasized Ms. Garrity.
“Not embracing mail-in voting is like giving your opponent a 50-yard head start in a 100-yard dash if you want to win,” she added.
